Job Details: Physician Assistant

Description: Interested in being part of an elite medical team as a member of the Air Force's Biomedical Sciences Corps? Consider joining as a physician assistant.
Physician assistants in the U.S. Air Force provide medical care in a variety of situations. Although employed primarily in family practice, Air Force PAs can specialize in areas such as orthopedics and emergency medicine. Additionally, you can have the opportunity to use your clinical and leadership skills in a broad range of missions such as humanitarian aid, special operations or being part of an international team rebuilding a war-torn nation.

Benefits
You will receive excellent healthcare coverage for you and your family, a retirement pension after 20 years of qualifying service, a thrift savings program [similar to a 401(k)] and 30 days of vacation with pay beginning your first year.

Continuing Education
The Air Force understands the importance of staying sharp with the most up-to-date treatments and procedures. The Air Force provides continuing medical and professional education opportunities to keep you current in your profession.

Qualifications
This is an active-duty position as an Air Force officer. To be considered, you must meet the following requirements:
• Must be a U.S. citizen between the ages of 18 and 42
• Must be willing to relocate
• Must have obtained an M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited institution or Associate's in Physician Assistant Studies with any Bachelor's Degree
Click on "Reply online" to complete our online résumé and to receive more information about life in the
Air Force.

Posting Date: Mar 5 08